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Is fingerprinting now required for all texas veterinarians

December 06, 2018Posts

Is Fingerprinting Now Required for All Texas Veterinarians?

Texas law now requires all licensed veterinarians, licensed veterinary technicians (LVTs), and licensed equine dental providers (EDPs) to submit fingerprints to the Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners. Veterinary Licensing Act § 801.267. The fingerprints will be used to perform a criminal history record check. New applicants have been required to submit fingerprints with their application as of October 1, 2018. Applicants for license renewal must submit fingerprints, beginning with licenses expiring in January 2019....

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Proposed changes to classroom teacher certification standards in texas

December 05, 2018Professional License Defense Posts

Proposed Changes to Classroom Teacher Certification Standards in Texas

The Texas State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) proposes amendments relating to classroom teacher certification standards. The SBEC is authorized by Texas law to ensure all candidates for teacher certification demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to improve the performance of the diverse population of the state. Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) Based Certification Standards The proposed rule revisions would add the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) based certification standards. Under General Requirements,...

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Texas podiatrists new rules for tdlrs podiatric medicine program

December 04, 2018Posts

Texas Podiatrists: New Rules for TDLR’s Podiatric Medicine Program

In 2017 the Texas Podiatric Medicine Program was transferred from the Texas State Board of Podiatric Medical Examiners (TSBPME) to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). The TDLR has since adopted new rules for the Podiatric Medicine Program, effective November 1, 2018. The TDLR states: "The adopted new rules are substantively similar to the rules under the TSBPME, but the rules have been reorganized and simplified for readability." New Rules for TDLR's Podiatric...

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What does it means to voluntarily surrender a medical license texas medical board

December 03, 2018Posts

What Does it Means to Voluntarily Surrender a Medical License? Texas Medical Board

A licensee of the Texas Medical Board (TMB) has the right to voluntarily surrender his or her medical license. The circumstances of surrender will dictate whether the license can be considered for reinstatement in the future. Relinquishment by Licensee Under TMB rules, a licensee may voluntarily relinquish "his or her license to practice medicine in Texas for any reason, without compulsion." 22 Tex. Admin. Code § 196.1(a)(1). A request to cancel or relinquish a license...

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Medication errors joint position statement of the texas board of nursing board of pharmacy

November 30, 2018Posts

Medication Errors: Joint Position Statement of the Texas Board of Nursing & Board of Pharmacy

Errors in prescribing or administering medications are serious problems and can endanger the lives of patients. "Medication errors" occur when a drug has been inappropriately prescribed, dispensed, or administered. The fact is, medication errors may occur in any health care setting. The Texas Board of Nursing (BON) and the Texas State Board of Pharmacy issued a joint Position Statement addressing medication errors. The Boards issued the joint statement "for the purpose of increasing awareness of...

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Board of nursing proposed rule changes relating to continued competency

November 29, 2018Professional License Defense Posts

Board of Nursing Proposed Rule Changes Relating to Continued Competency

The Texas Board of Nursing (BON) has proposed amendments to BON rules relating to Continuing Competency. The period for public comment closed on November 11, 2018. The Texas Nurses Association requested that the Board allow additional topics to be credited as Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) and count toward the mandatory continuing education units necessary for licensure renewal. In response, the Board charged the Nursing Practice Advisory Committee with reviewing 22 Tex. Admin. Code Chapter 216,...

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Continued training for texas police officers tcole licensee training mandates

November 24, 2018Professional License Defense Posts

Continued Training for Texas Police Officers: TCOLE Licensee Training Mandates

Peace officers in Texas are licensed and regulated by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE). TCOLE mandates continued training for all Texas peace officers. To make this mandate clear to all licensees, the TCOLE Rule requiring Continuing Education was updated during the quarterly TCOLE meeting in September 2018. The Rule now includes the statement: "Individuals licensed as peace officers shall complete the legislatively required continuing education program required under this section beginning in the...

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Defending your restaurant against tabc license violation allegations

November 23, 2018Posts

Defending Your Restaurant Against TABC License Violation Allegations

The alcoholic beverage industry is regulated by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC). TABC is responsible for permitting and licensing restaurants, bars, and other establishments that plan to serve alcohol. TABC also regulates sales, taxation, manufacturing, importing, transporting, and advertising of alcoholic beverages in Texas. If a complaint is brought against your restaurant, TABC will investigate the alleged violations of the Alcoholic Beverage Code and is authorized to suspend alcohol permits. The following are the...

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Dietitians telehealth what texas dietitians need to know

November 20, 2018Posts

Dietitians & Telehealth: What Texas Dietitians Need to Know

The Dietitians program of the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) regulates dietitians in Texas. A license is not required to use the title "Dietitian," however a license is required to use the titles "Licensed Dietitian" or "Provisionally Licensed Dietitian." TDLR recently published information for dietitians who provide telehealth services. Telehealth is health-care services delivered at a different physical location than where the provider is located via information technology, such as video chat. To...

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Can a texas doctor get a suspended medical license reinstated

November 20, 2018Posts

Can a Texas Doctor Get a Suspended Medical License Reinstated?

The Texas Medical Board (TMB) regulates the medical profession in Texas. It is responsible for licensing doctors, ensuring compliance with licensure requirements, and the enforcement process when a complaint is lodged against a licensee. If, after due process is afforded, TMB determines that a serious violation of the Medical Practice Act, the standard of care, or a TMB Rule occurred, it has the authority to suspend or revoke a medical license. Can a Texas Doctor...

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